Ep 7 | How Much Weight Should My Newborn be Putting On?

In this episode we're going to talk about a topic that concerns many new parents: newborn weight gain. As a seasoned midwife and maternal and child health nurse, I know this is a stressful time for parents. I will discuss the normal fluctuations in weight during the early days of life, the importance of not overly stressing about weight checks, and how to assess feeding techniques for both breastfeeding and bottle-feeding. You will learn about using growth charts to track your baby's progress, average weight gain expectations, and the significance of looking for other signs of growth beyond just numbers on the scale. I will emphasise the importance of seeking support from healthcare professionals if there are any concerns about your baby's weight gain or growth. Download my free feed and sleep tracker as part of my Baby Bundle full of checklists and printables. Download Belinda's FREE Baby Bundle⁠⁠⁠ By tracking your baby’s feeds, wet & dirty nappies and sharing this with your health professional we can see what has been happening as it’s really hard to remember in these early days with little sleep, especially when you’re worried about your baby’s growth. This will turn around and that is what we are here for!  Enjoy watching your baby grow, and remember, you're not alone on this journey. Web: ⁠⁠www.BelindaJoyce.com⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠@BelindaJoyceMidwife⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@belinda_joyce_midwife⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@belinda_joyce_midwife⁠⁠ If you've loved this podcast, never miss another one! All you have to do is SUBSCRIBE to the Midwife In Your Pocket Podcast on your favourite podcast platform. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com